A solid or semi-solid hydrocarbon gel comprising: a) a solid or semi-solid hydrocarbon; and b) at least one block copolymer selected from the group consisting of: a triblock copolymer; a radial block copolymer; a multiblock copolymer; a diblock copolymer; and mixtures of these polymers. The hydrocarbon gel is useful as an ointment, balm or salve for wounds. Medicinal ingredients may be included in the hydrocarbon gel for application of such ingredients to wounds, burns or injuries.